Conceived and produced by 4AD founder Ivo Watts-Russell, Filigree & Shadow (1986) was arguably even more ornate than its lauded predecessor. New faces joined the cast for this record, including a variety of singers Ivo handpicked such as Alison Limerick, Dominic Appleton (Breathless), sisters Deirdre and Louise Rutkowski (Sunset Gun), and Richenel.

Manufactured by the Ichikudo company in Japan, this comes packaged in a striking gatefold paper sleeve and is UHQCD (Ultimate High Quality Compact Disc).